Getting started
To begin with crystal meditation, you’ll need your chosen crystal and a determination to do it, particularly in the event that meditation is new to you.
We can highly recommend that you start with crystals for happiness to get into the world of crystal healing.
“The key issue in meditation is that you practice it daily and integrate it into your self-care routine. Often if you feel if you’re not able to and feel tired or sick or sick, you’ll need meditation more urgently than before,” says Boote.
When you’re ready to get started, set the mood. Find a space that is quiet and not arousing and set the thermostat to an ideal temperature, and adjust the lighting to provide an unwinding, soft feeling.
If you’re already a skilled meditator, you can simply add the crystal to your existing exercise.
It is also possible to add other instruments such as
- candles
- essential oils
- incense
- images of ancestors
- images of inspiring figures, like Buddha, for instance. Buddha
- sacred objects
After that, make sure you have the crystals that you’re planning to make use of readily available.
Cleansing
You’ll need to clean your crystals prior to starting. It’s as easy as:
- passing your crystal through incense by passing it through incense, particularly the smoke of sage
- with sound, like singing bowls or chanting
- Your crystal is exposed to the sun or moonlight for several hours
- setting your crystal under running water
- Submerging your crystal into salt water
- placing your crystal in the cup of brown rice
Certain cleansing techniques are suitable only for specific crystals, so make sure to do the necessary research prior to beginning.
Grounding
Next step according to Boote, is to reconnect with the highest level of your self.
“Ground yourself and ask your highest self and highest beings to help you in this session,” she advises. “Set your intention that any information or actions are for the highest good of humanity.”
Then, ask your crystals permission to use their energy. Just connect to your intuition and listen to hear if you get an answer.
“Connect to your breath and the crystal vibrations, keep your breath relaxed, and see where the energies take you,” Boote states. “Some people like to shut their eyes — but to keep a level of alertness, I find it better to keep them half open.”
If you notice your mind wandering, don’t get discouraged.
“Any distracting thoughts are normal,” Boote suggests. “Acknowledge and release them. You may feel physical sensations emanating from crystals, like visions, vibrations and thoughts.”
Watch your timing
According to Boote Crystals shouldn’t stay on your body for more than 20 minutes.
“If you feel uncomfortable with the crystals before then, take them down immediately and drink water,” she suggests.
Closing your practice
When the meditation session has ended, slowly become aware of the space.
- “You might want to stretch and wiggle fingers and toes,” says Boote. “Don’t rush, take a drink of water to detoxify, and be aware of your experience and feelings.”
- If you meditate daily, Boote recommends you add crystals no more than one time per week.
- “You’re working with some powerful energies,” Boote describes. “You need time to assimilate and get rid of any negative vibrations.”
- Finally, Boote says to remember that meditation is a lengthy trip that can take many years. Don’t rush it!